Granberry, James 1970-05-11

James Granberry, then Mayor of Lubbock,
presents his recollections of the tornado of May 11, 1970.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: James Granberry

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Date: c. 1970

Location: Lubbock, Texas

Interviewer: Stan Valcik

Length: 20 minutes

Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: First notification of severe weather remembered,
Recalls actions prior to tornado and immediately following,
Drive to City Hall described,
Declares Lubbock in a state of emergency and establishes curfew,
Remarks on emergency powers of mayor,
Continuation of day-to-day functioning commended,
Estimates length of emergency,
Aid from outside sources mentioned,
States need for better communication,
Federal aid reviewed,
Declaration of Lubbock as national disaster area,
Again mentions day-to-day operations as functioning best.

Tape 1, Side 2: Blank

Range Dates: 1970

Bulk Dates: 1970

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